By james art Laura Govan made the media rounds after her last interview with Carlos King on his “Reality With The King” podcast. Govan, Gilbert Arenas ex, joined King to clear up a number of rumors that have been circulating about her.
Although the former Basketball Wives star has faced many rumors throughout her life, perhaps none have been as severe as the rumors about her with Shaquille O’Neal. In 2009 Govan was accused of having an affair with Shaquille while the HOF Big Man was with Shaunie O’Neill.
Interestingly, Shaunie also co-starred on the show Basketball Wives alongside Govan. After Gilbert Arenas recently brought the story back to life, Govan decided to clear the air during his interview with King.
I won’t comment on this until I talk to Shawni, the person who started these rumors. When she’s ready for a real woman-to-woman conversation, I’ll clear things up. Not only will you hear my side of the story, but I’ll also share some Shawnee truths.
Laura Govan said
Govan revealed that she won’t talk about her relationship with Shaq until and unless Shaunie agrees to have a sit-down with her. She wants to have a woman-to-woman conversation with her before discussing her past with Shaq.
The 45-year-old’s frustration stems particularly from Shaunie being the genesis of the cheating rumors between Shaq and Govan. Rumors of an affair between her and Shaq would eventually end his marriage to Shaunie for good.
As for Govan, the 45-year-old was herself in a relationship with NBA star Arenas at the time. The duo would also eventually split after 12 years together in 2014. Their relationship also ran into a handful of problems of their own accord.
Laura Govan reveals her reason for leaving Basketball Wives ahead of a possible return to the show
Laura Govan was one of the most popular figures during the LA edition of Basketball Wives. She came to the show in 2011 before leaving in season 2. She will also make a brief return to the show in 2017.
Govan didn’t hold back on her truth and set the record straight about her exit from the show and why she still hasn’t confirmed her return.
Allegedly Shawnee all the time. I’m going to say it just to say it, but they are talking and what was said was that he, Gilbert and his fiance would only be on the show if I had to be delayed.
Laura Govan said
According to Govan, Shaunie O’Neill, now the show’s producer, was under contract with Gilbert Arenas. He only agreed to come on the show with his fiancee if he was assured that Govan would not be on it.
Arenas only recently announced his decision to get engaged Melly Monaco. This was the first and only relationship Agent Zero confirmed since his split with Govan in 2014.